User Experience Specialist

Job Title: Data Storytelling and User Experience Specialist II Location: Remote Pay Rate: $50 - $55/hr on W2 Duration: 15 + Months (Possibility of Extension) Job Responsibilities • Leveraging best practices, support the development of templates for data assets—including dashboards, reports, and presentations—with a focus on high-quality user experience and clear data storytelling, under the guidance of senior team members. • Assist in creating and delivering UX and data storytelling classes for employees across the enterprise, including data analysts, operations professionals, clinicians, and researchers. • Partner with DSCOE team members to support consultation efforts for data asset development, helping apply user experience and storytelling best practices to real-world projects. • Learn and consistently apply accessibility standards and inclusive design practices across all data products. • Collaborate with data professionals, designers, and stakeholders to help user understand and translate clear, usable, and visually effective data experiences. Skills Required Skills & Experience • At least two (2) years of UX experience with portfolio of previous work. • At least three (3) years of Data analysis experience. • Experience collaborating with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams, including gathering basic requirements, participating in visualization reviews or demos, and contributing to the delivery of high-quality analytic products. • Foundational knowledge of user experience and data storytelling principles, with demonstrated interest in applying these concepts to real-world data products. • Passion for clear, effective presentation of information and user-centered design. • Ability to support the translation of business questions into thoughtful data visualizations, with guidance from senior team members. • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to organize work effectively. • Clear written and verbal communication skills, with comfort explaining design choices and data concepts to audiences from a wide array of backgrounds and perspectives. • Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset, with openness to feedback and continuous learning. • Intermediate knowledge of programming languages (SQL and R). • Intermediate knowledge of medical terminology. • Advanced proficiency with spreadsheet software (Microsoft Excel). • Advanced proficiency with business intelligence tools (for example, QlikSense, Power BI, Posit Connect, SAP Business Objects, Tableau). • Intermediate proficiency with office software (Microsoft 365) including word processing and presentation software (Word, PowerPoint). • Excellent verbal and written communications skills. • Excellent critical thinking / problem-solving skills. • Strong project management skills. • Strong time management skills. • Strong organizational skills. • Ability to gather, analyze and make recommendations/decisions based on data. • Ability to convey complex or technical information in an easy-to-understand manner. • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism. • Ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels. Preferred Skills & Experience • At least five (5) years of Data analysis experience. • At least one (1) year previous experience working in a complex health care related environment. • At least one (1) year technical experience developing in Power BI and other data visualization tools.